Lighting For Women

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In this episode, I want to make lighting your female subjects easy to understand and I'll teach you some of my field-tested lighting tips for working with available light, window light, and constant light.
Lighting is something we CAN control as photographers and there are a few easy tricks I can teach you that will help you produce even better images that you, your subjects, your friends, and even clients ADORE!!!
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[@dettymakesart]

I'm not a photographer but I would call myself a visual artist (painter, graphic designer, tattooer, I'm doing a lot of things) and these tips are actually very helpful for painting portraits as well. (sometimes I have problems with light sources but now I know what looks best and why) thanks very much, it was very informative and I enjoyed learning something new today:)

[@2DerekSmith]

Love these! You’ve improved my wife’s and my photos so much and made it something fun we do together! We love studying with you! Thank you thank you thank you!!

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Wow, Derek! That's so amazing to hear!! Really happy you are enjoying these!

[@danlangrish]

Absolutely incredible to watch someone who has perfected their art to this level. You know exactly what effect/result you will achieve beforehand and then proceed to prove the theory which is a testament to your skill. Thoroughly enjoyed watching and subscribed.

[@edgarpena5199]

Thank you! We need more videos like this, explaining what makes the light for you. Dramatical, softer, and so on. Some of the best videos I have seen.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thank you!

[@barbier364]

You are a phenomenal teacher! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and for being such an inspiration to us all

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thanks for watching!

[@SandroGiambra]

What a wonderful video! All the walks to adjust poses and lights, all the gestures to indicate the movements, all the repetitions to make sure the class understands. You are an exceptional photographer and teacher. Thank you!

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Very kind, thank you!

[@vagaickie]

I really appreciate how you take the mystery & fear out of lighting subjects. I just need models to practice on!!

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

That's awesome! It's not a scary subject, it just takes a moment to breath and figure out what you CAN change. You have models!! A friend, family member, even a mannequin! There's nothing stopping you from practicing🤓

[@janlasalle8845]

One of the very best photographers and teachers in the business. Thank you for inspiring me so much in my work. Covid has taken a toll in NYC but we try to keep on growing. Your posing tutorial at BH was pure gold. Ive looked at that several times. I showed up at a few of your teachings in NYC. Love you! Keep inspiring us!!!

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

That's amazing, Jan. Thanks for the kind words. It's been a wild time but there are amazing times ahead!

[@familyschaeffer8348]

Masterful. Love the way you poetically use your hands to direct her, like a great maestro conducting a symphony. Thank you for sharing your wisdom.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thank you!! So happy you enjoyed this!

[@perioprosth]

your explanation is excellent and you are a true teacher. I feel everything you say is a pearl and a practical lesson and there’s no B.S. I’d love to buy your books and watch your videos. Photography is my casual hobby and I love taking good photographs of friends and family. There’re times I don’t like the photos I take but don’t know what to change. Your videos had been a tremendous help. Thank you so much. 👌😊

[@emilyfriedewald5718]

This is so valuable. Love watching the thought process behind your artistry very helpful!

[@clarkconway8796]

It's such a joy to watch and learn from a true professional photographer with years of experience. I hope people who watch appreciate this video appreciate the value of what is being shared.

[@blonko86]

Jerry, you're a rock star! Thank you, thank you. You have a gift, not just for photography, but for distilling information down to digestible and meaningful pieces.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thank you. I really appreciate that!

[@blonko86]

@@JerryGhionisPhotography JUST PURCHASED The Art of Wedding Photography AND The Pose! Last night's tutorial tipped the scale for me, so committed learning more. I'M SO EXCITED! J.R.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

That's great! I'm so happy you enjoyed it. Remember...repetition, experience and practice will always be your best teacher. So my recommendation to retain that information is to go out and practice as quickly as you can and then keep doing it often.

[@dKunzke]

It's the best handling of light video, I've seen until now, thanks a lot Jerry

[@YuvakTuladhar]

A really good tutorial. Lots of subtle tips! Thank you Jerry!!!

[@vinhsanity]

I love how Jerry sees shadows - tons of pearls and golden nuggets in this video

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

hehe, thanks!

[@EdwardKilner]

Another excellent video. Hopefully, I’ll soon have the opportunity to try out these tips. It might be difficult to get a patient enough model since it is clear this is neither a fast or easy process. Thanks for the thought process and pointing out pitfalls.

[@adamsliwa1000]

I've watched lots of videos on YT about the lighting, how to.. etc.. I've got to say It's first one, when during watching it I grabbed my camera and tried to do what I just saw. Awesome job Jerry 👍 I'm checking now your other videos. P.S. what a beautiful model 👌

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thanks, mate! I'm so happy you enjoyed it. I'll have more soon.

[@robd99]

You've also just clearly demonstrated that we don't always need a ton of studio lighting, softboxes, modifiers etc. Just a couple of background rolls and a Garage :)

[@khaan0001]

And most important: the garage door... :)

[@WorldMusicStageRecords]

Excellent. Love the calmness in the presentation, shows a master at work!!! Thanks for sharing your skills and knowledge.

[@zackhaleytattoos]

this was some of the most informative lighting explanations I've seen. thank you for that 🍻

[@arnisbrown5848]

My favorite teacher! I always know I'll end up rewatching.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thanks, Arnis!! 😍

[@wurzelbert84wucher5]

As an illustrator/artist it's amazing to see that photographers think a lot like painters. It's all about the shapes!

[@jamesalabdullah8596]

Clear, easy instructions. Great tips and advice. Truly sir you know what your doing. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@dmphotouk]

Fantastic lighting and positioning for the model well explained Jerry. Thanks DM

[@skbdocumentarylisting955]

These gold nuggets is gladly appreciated. We need more. : )

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thanks mate!!! I’ll keep ‘em coming!

[@georgethomas6359]

Sir, You are such a Good Teacher. A small Light makes huge difference

Great tutorial!! Plenty of tips! Thanks a lot Jerry :)

[@rockincarbonara]

Jerry, Your videos are just fantastic! Thanks a lot for sharing them to us!

[@isabellethomas2108]

I have discovered your channel by luck and I am a photographer. Your tips are first class! A top photographer is the one who can master the light! And you certainly proven that. Thank you so much for all your tuitions. Please do some more🙌👏🙏🙏🙏

[@IAmR1ch]

Thanks for making this easy to understand and remember. I will try this on my next shoot.

[@candaceollis1102]

I am learning SO much from your tutorials! Thanks for making them so thorough.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

You are so welcome!

[@alienproductions9948]

Fantastic follow-up to Lighting for Males. PLEASE - will you do lighting the couple in a future video? That would be soooo helpful. Thank you, Jerry. This kind of quality and honest transparency is so needed in photoeducation! You have the confidence to show the "normal" photo, which makes it clear how subtle it often is to go from zero to hero!

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

I have quite a few ideas for future videos and I'll make sure this is one of them. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@richards1243]

AMAZING VIDEO! This is what photography is about, understanding lighting. Tired of the videos about how my camera can shoot 30 fps and can aquire the eye 1 mile away and track a person trying his hardest not to be photographed.

[@atolk]

South facing garage: added to the list of photographer’s essentials. Great video! Thank you.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

hahah!

[@atrbear]

Another informative, professional presentation from a true honest and sincere photographer who is exactly what you see in person or on video.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thank you, mate!

[@dianagutknecht2395]

Love your work! Thanks so much for sharing.

[@lanabirch]

Thank you so much... Very generous free content that I'm sure will help many.... As per usual, I enjoyed your teaching style and have added some great knowledge to my tool kit. Take care 😊

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thanks for the kind comment, Lana! It's the perfect time to improve our artistry and skillset!

[@anthonyzammit4399]

Absolutely incredible, two of my favourite photographers being Australian. Loving this KZbin content Jerry. You are an absolute legend. Thank you and stay safe during these tough times.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thank you, mate! I hope you're staying safe and healthy, too.

[@anthonyzammit4399]

Jerry Ghionis thanks so much!!

[@pictureeyecandy]

Great info, When other known photographers talk about you (always Positive) then you know you can't go wrong with learning things from you. Definitely, you have mastered light and shadows.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thank you!

[@analuizacortez6484]

My favorite teacher! Great tutorial!

[@EHSmith64]

Loved this tutorial Jerry! Great reminder to take your time! Thank you!

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chrishuang8763]

You are one of the best portrait photography instuctor I have seen. Keep up with the good work and hope to learn more from you.

[@lauradistefano5063]

You're wonderfull, thank you Jerry. I'm a photographer from Rome .

[@Ronnisteen]

Two very helpful videos. Thank you!

[@ArcanePath360]

I'm glad I bought a flash with a modelling light. Your tutorials make that a necessity so I can see the light before taking countless shots before getting it right.

[@johnly_]

Love these videos! Thanks Jerry!

[@chauvingreenaway]

Thanks Jerry. A very well put together video. So much clear information and very practical lesson.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thank you - glad it was helpful!

[@shivasaimulagala3712]

Hey Jerry !! Thank you so much , your teaching is just amazing 😍

[@ireneoakes8587]

I enjoyed your presentation as I am an avid photographer but not very good. Will try to remember all your helpful advice!

[@BlueMoonHusky]

This is absolutely incredible video with a lot of useful information. Thank you!

[@limberpasillas5801]

Thorough and educational. Dropping some love in the comments to thank you Jerry for sharing photo facts with the creative community. +1 subscriber

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thank you so much, mate. It's appreciated!

[@albpaula5]

You explain so well. Thank you!

[@mantulis7767]

very helpful, thank you for the advice, very much did not know about it.

[@jwally3706]

Hey Jerry: I met you a number of years ago in Toronto at one of your seminars. Still using the cards I purchased (they are with me in my kit) and the technics you demonstrated.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Hey mate - great to connect with you again!

[@phlotographer]

hmm sorry I missed that but likely occurred after I had retired. Would have loved to have been able to have him speak to Central Portrait PPO when I was Program Chairman.

[@andreak4280]

🙏🏼🙏🏼 thanks so much for this fantastic information Jerry!

[@kevin8360]

Please continue to post these educational videos... your photos are always amazing. It’s like you see the photo, before you even begin posing the subject.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thank you! Will do!

Super cool video, thanks!

[@barkyvonschnauzer2188]

stunning!! and thanks for the tips.

[@robinchance6269]

Jerry you sre amazing! Thank you so much. I absolutely love your work. And as a beginner you have help me to tremendously with learning and how to become better. I love how you go through the details thank you, thank you. Man, simply your the best!

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thank you so much, Robin!

[@IkeCantle]

Thank you Jerry for another great training video. I hope this Pandemic ends soon so you can take wedding photos again. Looking forward to watching more of your training videos.

[@alexandragrima2119]

great tutorial....love how you explain the light and shadows...appreciated.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thanks, Alexandra!! Really appreciate the kind words 😍

[@Porshesmiles]

@@JerryGhionisPhotography just to echo everyones comments!! I’d love to spend a day with you!!

[@edgar224]

Great video, Jerry! Thanks

[@lederskapsakademiet]

Great video, thanks for sharing!

[@sarabethmattis6099]

I was looking for a tutorial on how to photograph elderly people in the most flattering way. Thank you so much!!

[@phlotographer]

generally as noted by a great Classical photographer Joe Zeltsman, one area where the female can be photographed in a non feminine pose is an elderly person. Also dark clothing can be photographed in the masculine pose on a woman where the body and head is toward the direction of light. JG was just masterfully showing the feminine pose. Females are lucky -- just not a great idea to use a male in a feminine pose.

[@Alex_Unders]

Great video! Thank you very much, Jerry!

[@jessestarks3128]

Great presentation sir and thanks for the reminder that lighting isn't always a one size fits all solution.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thank you! Yes, exactly. If you learn the principles behind posing then you can adapt to any situation and any subject.

[@LadyJaneG]

phenomenal tutorial!!

[@peepplum1313]

Hello! I'm so happy to find your channel. I'm not a photographer but I like to illustrate, and I have to say that I learned a bunch from your videos too! Thank you so much for making these videos. I wonder if you'd make videos for plus-size men and women, or different age ranges too, if you don't mind and have the time 🥰✨

[@RecordingStudio9com]

Thanks for all the teachings.

[@user-xr5te7up6y]

Wow, how powerful...great job!

[@jekajan]

Спасибо! И привет вам из Мариуполя!

[@davblec]

Great !! Thank you Jerry !!

[@Matt-sz5po]

Thanks for your tips Jerry👍🏼

[@juangirsang]

Thank you so much Jerry...really help me to understand and combine the use the light and shape

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Wonderful!

[@AndreiVaida]

Very very useful video. Thank you for these tutorials!

[@derrickkelly4745]

Sweet tutorial Jerry. Thank you.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

You're welcome!

[@billtranum4288]

You are a Great speaker, I will look at more of your Video's. Thank you for taking your time to share this great information with us all. bill

[@GrNiGo83]

Thanks a lot for your tips! Cheers from 🇬🇷

[@SkywayScott]

Thank you for your perspective and explanation(s). Very well done and easy to understand.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

You're very welcome!

[@stefelizabeth2785]

Thank you for the amazing content Jerry!

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

My pleasure!

[@georgetian7133]

You just blew my mind!

[@justintense13]

Great tutorial Jerry!

[@Drapitek]

Спасибо за выпуск видео!!! Получились красивые снимки. Будем ждать ещё!!!

[@needscel21]

thanks a lot for all your work. Amazing tutorials

[@adsertheblade]

Lovely. I watched the men's version too. Some interesting differences, I've been wondering about those for a while. Not sure how you found such beautiful models, but but it was great to see how even they can be affected by different light use. Thanks or the great video.

[@Sitagarcia3]

Beautiful am learning very good tips from you 👌Thank you!👏🏼👏🏼

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

My pleasure!

[@phlotographer]

just happened to bump into some of your videos. Nice to see someone actually presenting info of great value to students. Thought you might have mentioned the 5 facial views because I note you get them right. Lots of Leon Kannemar, Joe Zeltsman, Van Moore, Monte Zucker, David Ziser influence. For some reason the comments were not showing up in my Brave browser but Chrome and Vivaldi worked ok. Sometimes creators of content close comments. Will be checking the other videos and went to your site -- outstanding wedding images.

[@mirandavandenberk786]

Thank you so much for explain how its works with the light position,I go practice this with my daughter. I learn a lot from you. Thank you so much

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

You are so welcome!

[@volkerarminhafner8530]

Thank you Jerry. You are an excellent teacher. Best wishes from switzerland.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thank you, mate. I appreciate it!

[@martinevanhooff]

Great tutorials! I'm a fan! Would love to see a session with a senior couple, grandparents for example!

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Great suggestion!

[@JetSettR]

This is awesome. Thank you!

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Glad you liked it!

[@fawereldmens9853]

learned a lot thank you jerry

[@tedl1441]

Thanks so much for the tutorial. Liked and subscribed.

[@pattykpix6387]

This was an awesome tutorial! Thank you 😊

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

You are so welcome!

[@Martinez_Photos]

Wonderful work and beautiful model, great video!

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Glad you like it!

[@user-ss7xb4sx7w]

Jerry! Thank you for this video. This turn platinum standard in making education video.

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

hah! Cheers mate!

[@sagb8606]

Great tutorial, as always...Thank u so much..

[@JerryGhionisPhotography]

Thanks for watching!

[@sheadeighanphotography]

Brilliant content. Thanks for sharing. :-)

[@RussellHogan]

Talent I must say!!!